History
Gallagher Centre Renovations

Artistic Cutaway drawing

On-Site Photos

Community Input

This project began with the need to consider ongoing operating and capital
investment required to maintain the existing Aquatic Centre and Agriplex
building. Consultants were hired in August of 2002 to conduct a needs assessment
and feasibility study. The community was involved from that point to gather
their input. This community input process has included the following:

2,400 questionnaires were distributed in the fall of 2002 at various
points throughout the City. 1,200 of these questionnaires were included with
water bills.

Meetings with approximately 45 community and business organizations, as
well as service clubs in the fall of 2002.

Public Open Houses were held in October 2002, May 2003 and June 2003 to
provide an opportunity for residents to view the proposed facility and
provide feedback.

Presentations were made to City Council on six different occasions between
October 2002 and August 2003.

Media releases and interviews have been ongoing since September 2002.

Partnership / Fundraising

The Partnership/Fundraising Committee is applauded for its work. The
Gallagher Family donated $500,000 toward the facility, while Farrell Agencies
donated $100,000. As a result Council passed a motion on January 10, 2005
that they "name the new multi-purpose Family Leisure Centre the 'Gallagher
Centre' for a period of ten years, and that the arena be named the 'Farrell
Agencies Arena' for a period of 10 years in recognition of the outstanding
community spirit and contributions to this new facility from the Gallagher
Family and Farrell Agencies," effective immediately.

Renovations and Improvements

Sod Turning Ceremony Nov 12, 2003.

The Aquatic Centre
An addition of a leisure pool on the south side of the existing pool
includes:

Two Story Waterslide

Wave Pool

Lazy River

Hot Tub

Steam/Sauna Rooms

Zero Depth/Beach Entry in New Leisure Pool

Children's spray features

Renovations to existing pool include:

New Change Rooms & Family Change Rooms

Refurbish Existing Pool Tank and Deck

New Mechanical Systems

Conceptual drawings of elevations

Upgrade Agriplex & Common Area
Various renovations are planned for the Parkland Agriplex including:

Energy efficiency upgrades including a new arena roof and metal
cladding

Mechanical system upgrades throughout

Lighting upgrades throughout

Washroom renovations

Large two-story atrium and improved common area/lobby Seniors, childrens
and teens activity spaces

Retail space

Conceptual drawings of the main floor

The Flexi-Hall
The Flexi-Hall is a large enclosed multi-purpose space, which will be located on
the west side of the existing arena and north of the existing Aquatic Centre.
The facility will include:

A four-lane running track

Large multi-purpose space

Dressing rooms

Seating for 250 spectators

The Flexi-Hall will be capable of hosting a multitude of activities such
as:

Large banquets

Trade shows

Weddings

Graduations

Indoor and outdoor court and field related activities

Yorkton Public Library Renovations
The Yorkton Public Library will remain in itís existing location. Renovations
include the incorporation of:

Multi-purpose space

Improved circulation area

Office relocation

Washroom renovations

General aesthetic improvements

What will it cost me?

$100 per household (residential)
and 3.0 mills (commercial)
Based on the average, a home would pay $8.33 / month more.

The following table outlines these options:

Residential Assessed Value

Tax Increase on Mill Rate

Flat Tax Increase

$30,000
$50,000
$59,000
$80,000
$100,000
$130,000

$51
$85
$100
$136
$170
$221

-or-
-or-
-or-
-or-
-or-
-or-

$100
$100
$100
$100
$100
$100

Note:

The average household assessed value including multi-units
is $59,000.